Nate Robison
(302) 391-0266
Education
nrobis22@gmail com
University of Delaware Newark, DE
Master of Science in Fashion & Apparel Studies May 2023
Thesis: Developing, fabricating and testing customizable prosthetic covers for children with prosthetic legs
Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts, Disability Studies minor, University of Delaware, 2021
Skills
Fabrication: Wide skill set applicable to prosthetics fabrication and repair, including MIG and TIG welding, CNC plasma cutter operation and maintenance, hot and cold forming, soldering and other non-ferrous skills; FDM and SLA 3D printer operation, troubleshooting; vacuum forming; mold making with a variety of techniques and materials.
Digital Tools: Diverse experience with CAD, particularly Rhino, Fusion 360, and Geomagic Freeform; Adobe Suite; operating specialized software for machines such as laser and plasma CNCs, 3D body scanners, embroidery and knitting machines
Interpersonal and Leadership: Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to achieve innovative results; passionate about working with people with disabilities to learn from them how designers can best meet their needs and wants. Skilled at verbal communication, guidance, conflict resolution, problem-solving, encouraging creativity, helping people discover their own solutions, working with children.
Experience
Parsons School of Design New York, NY
Technician of Wood/Metal August 2023-Present
● Facilitate a safe and healthy shop environment by ensuring students and faculty are complying with safety regulations
● Maintain and repair full range of wood and metal-related tools, instruct students
● Engage with diverse and dynamic academic community
● Perform preventative maintenance, and maintain associated records; inventory management of materials and supplies
Health Innovation Lab, University of Delaware
Newark, DE
Graduate Research Assistant September 2021-May 2023
● Managed several successful wearables projects through design and prototyping, including innovative and experimental prosthetics and orthotics
● Collaborated with various university departments to achieve objectives
● Engaged both children and adults to understand disability needs, enabling development of wearables to improve comfort, functionality and user’s confidence using the device
● Facilitated efficient lab operation by troubleshooting equipment